New Hampshire § 508-2 - Section 508:2 Real Actions.
Full text of New Hampshire New Hampshire Revised Statutes Annotated § 508-2 — Section 508:2 Real Actions., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 508-2. Section 508:2 Real Actions.
I. No action for the recovery of real estate shall be brought after 20 years from the time the right to recover first accrued to the party claiming it or to some persons under whom the party claims. II. No action for the recovery of real estate pursuant to rights based on a possibility of reverter, right of re-entry, or executory interest shall be brought after 5 years from the time the right to recover possession or the right of re-entry first accrued to the party claiming it or to some persons under whom the party claims.
Source: official New Hampshire text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About New Hampshire § 508-2
What does New Hampshire Revised Statutes Annotated § 508-2 cover?
Section 508-2 ("Section 508:2 Real Actions.") is part of the New Hampshire Revised Statutes Annotated, the codified statutory law of New Hampshire. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite New Hampshire § 508-2?
A common citation format is "New Hampshire Revised Statutes Annotated § 508-2" (New Hampshire). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of New Hampshire law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the New Hampshire official source linked on this page or consult a licensed New Hampshire attorney.
How does New Hampshire § 508-2 apply to my situation?
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